Isolation rooms. Seven patient rooms can accommodate patients with infectious diseases,
such as tuberculosis, chicken pox and measles. The rooms have their own
bathrooms and special ventilation systems to prevent the spread of illnesses
to other patients. They also are equipped to treat patients involved in
a bioterrorist attack. One isolation room features its own exterior entrance
and a decontamination shower for patients in contact with hazardous substances.

Obstetric/gynecologic exam rooms. Two rooms featuring private baths with showers are designed for patients
with obstetric/gynecologic emergencies, such as ectopic pregnancies, miscarriages
and ovarian cysts. Emergency Department nurses and physicians also provide
compassionate medical care for sexual assault victims and work closely
with the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office and Women’s Health
and Counseling Center in Somerville to offer confidential emotional support
and ensure timely and accurate evidence collection.

Onsite radiology services. Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset is one of only a few
hospitals in New Jersey to have a CT scan, ultrasound and digital radiographic
equipment in the Emergency Department, speeding diagnosis and treatment.
Ultrasound equipment also can be wheeled to a patient’s bedside.

Orthopedic treatment area. Patients with orthopedic injuries, such as broken bones or dislocated
joints, are brought to this room where the affected limb or joint is immediately
stabilized to prevent further injury. Casting and splinting is done in
this area. Conscious sedation may be used for patients with severe pain.

Pediatric treatment area. Five of the treatment rooms in the Express Care area are specially equipped
to meet the needs of young patients. Children are cared for by physicians
and nurses who are trained in pediatric care. They also have their own
waiting area in the main lobby, featuring a fish tank, toys and video games.

Psychiatric emergency screening services. This area features three patient rooms and two interview rooms for patients
who are suffering from psychiatric emergencies, such as severe depression,
acute anxiety or suicidal tendencies. Patients requiring further treatment
are admitted to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset’s
inpatient behavioral health unit.

Separate ambulance entrance. Ambulances have their own entrance to the emergency department so patients
suffering from serious health problems, such as cardiac arrest or stroke,
or those involved in a motor vehicle accident can get timely life-saving care.

Wireless technologies. A wireless cardiac monitoring systems allows Emergency Department staff
to continually track patients’ conditions even if they are moved
to different areas of the Emergency Department. All nurses and physicians
have wireless phones to facilitate prompt communication.